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Newspaper
The Marion Daily Mirror
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1908
Page
3
A concern claiming to enrich itself through a large monopoly seeks to sway voters and intimidate employees. The report notes the aggressive tactics aiming to coerce staff and influence public opinion amid ongoing political activity.
A Philadelphia based company allegedly posted a plan urging wage cuts and threats to workers to influence voting in favor of Taft. The document claims 1 percent rebates and wage reductions if Bryan or Roosevelt win, tying restoration of pay to Taft’s election. Witnesses link the scheme to Standard Company, with ties to Vanderbilts and Astors and an open shop policy.
An Ohio example and Oklahoma proof show Taft opposing national bank deposit guarantees while Bryan backs the idea. The Denver platform favors deposit protection, with former Gov. addressing the legislature against such protections. Taft denounces the Denver plank and aligns with Oklahoma law style.
A string of small town happenings includes a Rotary style list of church meetings at Central Christian and Free Baptist churches, Marion High football games next Saturday and a rummage sale planned later in October. Community members face a cholera infantum death, a shovel shop accident at Marion Stean Shovel, and a bankruptcy creditors’ meeting for Nat Merson. Local business purchases, registration reminders, and political count notes blend with social club activities and upcoming speakers at the rink.
John Joes was at Lina today visiting the Traces, Bert Carey has accepted a position at Crale tonsorial juniors, Mrs Dona Comin of Darnhart street will guest the Iva and Nelly Noblet in Caledonia, Join Potter takes a job at Miller ivory barn on West Canter street. Mrs J Taylor and family return from lakes trip. Mr and Mrs James Prender return from seven month trip. Newesbaum of Lucyrus on business in the city. Masters William and Charles Cochran of Lima invite their uncle G. Cochran of West Church Street. Leverenn of Danville visiting her daughter. A. Marble of East Columbus speaks of the Wer home in Dayton after two weeks. Mrs J Eliott leaves for Akron to attend W T U meeting as delegate.
A. Howe of Kirkpatrick sells the general store to Pearl Rowe who plans to move to the city. Rowe has run the Kirkpatrick site for over thirty five years and is one of the town's best known residents.
In Athens a sensational rumor claims Prince Constantine of Greece was assassinated during Servian army maneuvers. The city is in turmoil as reports spread, with details vague and unverified.
A fragment from The Scientitia notes reports on light emitting sea animals used for practical tasks including reading in a tank and reproducing text. It mentions a firebarrel name for pyroso creatures and a Diying naturalist Birbee, plus London telephone usage and a modern lighthouse lantern delivering 2,400 candle power compared to older wicks.
A Chicago News style piece reports disputes over the Panama Canal sale to the United States, noting investor chatter and alleged ties to American financiers. It cites Daily News rumors about figures like J Pierpont Morgan and others, contending the event was a minor, technical transfer with little wider impact.
A historic aviation record is noted with a plane carrying one passenger and a crew member. The report details weight throw events, a two‑fighte requirement within a week, and a $100,000 pledge tied to a syndicate’s patent right.
A fragmented OCR clip hints at names and a local dispute. Readable elements mention WG and disfer terms, but the full story and context are unclear. The brief item likely notes a person and a decision or action, needing clearer text to summarize accurately.
A Democratic rally featuring Harmon and James is planned at the rink tomorrow night with music by Paul Kellar and Paul Kitlett. Attendees from Helfortaine and nearby towns joined a lively session, following regular monthly meeting and refreshments. The next league gathering will be held at the home of Anna Behoentwub on South Urewawood Street.
A fragmentary note from the Mirror mentions Dowlet's 200 muyle ante shopping column. The readable line hints at a promotional feature or column item inviting readers to visit a shop. The text is incomplete and lacks clear dates or names beyond these references.
Marion County Ohio issues twenty 5,700 bond issue for Hipsher Free Turnpike Road to fund construction. Proposals due October 20, 1908, at 12 o clock noon at the Prosecuting Attorney's office. Bonds dated October 1 1908 with 5 percent interest semiannually, principal and interest payable at Marion County Treasurer. Bid deposits required. right to reject any bid reserved. Delivery by November 1, 1908.
In a tale of cautious cunning a steadfast detective named Quirk builds a private plan to trap a crime ring. He uses a trusted bank messenger Old Folsom to expose a hidden alleyway scheme and unmask the culprit Qottle, who is jailed for twelve years.
The account honors Lieutenant Frank P. Lahm amid early aviation tests at Mort where Wright and six others were injured or killed. It notes the Weight brothers and Orville Wrights plan to advance aeroplane trials with U S government representation and Lahm’s demonstrated skill in prior balloon and aeronautic feats.
The article discusses John P. and John T. Holland claiming to revolutionize warfare with a submarine warship. It notes their claims to invention, plans shown to the U.S. Navy, and potential capabilities including depth, speed, and torpedo discharge amid debates over feasibility and funding.
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